Carrara Marble Quarries: Discover the Ancient Process of Marble Excavation

Experience the ancient process of marble excavation in the Carrara Marble Quarries. Discover the history behind the marble used in iconic structures like the Pantheon and Trajan’s Column. Plus, indulge in a taste of the famous Lardo di Colonnata IGP.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stadio dei Marmi - Meeting point in the Stadio dei Marmi area in Carrara, meeting with the guide, and start of the tour.
    From here we begin the ascent among the vineyards of the green Candia Hills (famous for giving birth to a fine and original tasting Wine) along a route between the sea and the imposing Apuan Alps that is truly spectacular.
    We…
What's Included
  • Local Expert guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Explore the winding roads of the Colonnata Valley and receive in-depth insights into both traditional and modern marble excavation techniques. Discover the expansive white quarries that carve into the rugged slopes of Carrara, and learn how these quarries have supplied marble to Italian towns and cities for over 2,000 years. Hear stories of the laborers…

Location
Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 8
Piazza Vittorio Veneto
Stadio dei Marmi - 4 Olimpionici Azzurri Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 8, 54033 Carrara MS, Italy Near the marble obelisk in front of the stadium and the bus stop. Search a Defender with an orange sign. From Carrara Avenza Train Station station Bus L51-L52-L53-L54-L70 Direction - Carrara Ospedale
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Steven
Mar 12, 2026
Spectacular journey - One of the best tours that I have ever experienced. It was first and foremost one of the most beautiful sights that I have seen. Our tour guide, Luca, was so knowledgeable, funny, and adventurous. I was so that the tour had to end.
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Vivian_s
Mar 1, 2026
Outstanding - Excellent guide. Knowledgable, friendly, accommodating. Would recommend for all ages. One of the best I have ever had.
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Emily_g
Nov 18, 2025
History, art and science all wrapped up in a safe package. - This was an amazing tour with a personable and enthusiastic guide providing just enough history, facts and story blended in a unique and safe package. He managed to support a tour with 4 adults and 2 young children under 5. Well done!
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B6568tnestelleb
Nov 2, 2025
Wonderful marble quarries - A beautiful moment to discover this magical place and the work done in these quarries. A very interesting visit with access to the interior of the quarries, not to be missed.
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Romain
Oct 19, 2025
A great experience with very nice guides - We all loved this experience, adults and children alike. The visit and all the explanations given by our guides were super interesting, little more: one of the guides speaks French which was very appreciated by the whole family. I recommend!!!
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Dinotone99999
Oct 6, 2025
Excellent - Start to finish this was a fantastic experience. Luca was our driver/host of the group and did great explaining in both English and Italian. Fielded a million questions and was very knowledgeable and personable. The mine was was awesome as well as the views from top out to the sea. Highly recommend.
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X9723dfseanc
Sep 29, 2025
Carrara marble quarry tour in a land rover - Good knowledge from guides, great driving, friendly , great experience. I woild recommend to anyone who has a spare 1/2 day in La Spezia.
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Wbbilka
Sep 21, 2025
Fantastic tour. Luca and... - Fantastic tour. Luca and tomato were super in explaining the marble quarry and so helpful since we started off with a few issues. Highly recommend
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Giuseppe_m
Jan 7, 2026
beautiful experience in Carrara marble quarries in 4x4 with guide - interesting and engaging experience managed by a very competent local operator with an experienced guide and a prudent 4x4 driver. It was not possible to download the tickets from the confirmation email received from Viator and we tried to contact in all ways, without success. in the end we went to the appointment hoping that it would be confirmed and everything went well, but the 4x4 arrived on time at 9.30 and until then we are worried hoping that it was not a scam. We were in two groups, the two of us to another French group in three and so it was perfect because the guide explained in Italian and English, making usable his interesting explanations.
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511maikec
Oct 25, 2025
Impressive views but expensive for a very short jeep ride - The view of the quarry was impressive, however the drive in the jeep was a very short trip up the road and back, with one stop overlooking the quarry where the guide gave us an informative talk about the quarries history and techniques of marble extraction. We didn't access any quarries or see anything up close, but just drove the short journey back to the car park.
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From $86
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).